Antonelli topped the final practice session, ahead of Leclerc and Hamilton in the 2026 F1 Monaco GP FP3 session.
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F1 | 2026 Monaco GP | FP3 | Antonelli tops final practice session on the streets of Monte Carlo

Ahead of Qualifying, Kimi Antonelli topped the timings during FP3 at the 2026 F1 Monaco GP, full report below. Back to a traditional weekend format, Friday practice proved to be a strong day for Ferrari and their drivers, as home hero Charles Leclerc topped FP1 while Lewis Hamilton led FP2. The duo consistently traded fastest…

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Antonelli 2026 Bandini Trophy
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Antonelli becomes fifth Mercedes driver to receive the Trofeo Bandini after strong 2026 F1 start

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team driver Kimi Antonelli received the 33rd Trofeo Bandini in Brisighella, Italy, on Saturday (May 30th), earning recognition for his outstanding start to the 2026 Formula 1 season. The Trofeo Bandini was established in 1992 in memory of Italian racing driver Lorenzo Bandini, who tragically lost his life at the 1967 Monaco…

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George Russell and Kimi Antonelli secured a front row lockout after finishing P1 and P2 in the 2026 F1 Canadian GP Sprint Qualifying session.
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F1 | 2026 Canadian GP | Sprint Qualifying | Mercedes secures yet another front row lockout

After an action-filled FP1 session, it’s time to set the F1 grid for the 2026 Canadian Sprint Race. See the full report from the 2026 F1 Canadian GP Sprint Qualifying session here. Following his earlier collision with a groundhog, Williams’ Albon did not start the session, as extensive reparations were still undergoing on his challenger….

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Kimi Antonelli celebrates a podium finish at the F1 2026 Miami GP as Andrea Stella praises the Mercedes driver’s progress
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Stella praises Antonelli’s rapid progress during 2026 F1 season

Andrea Stella has praised the impressive development of Kimi Antonelli following the 2026 Miami GP weekend, with the McLaren Team Principal highlighting the young Mercedes driver’s consistency and speed during the early stages of the season. Antonelli, who is currently in just his second Formula 1 campaign at only 19 years old, has continued to…

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George Russell and Kimi Antonelli with Mercedes F1 team during Wolff driver development era
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Wolff on Russell’s consistency and Antonelli’s development at Mercedes F1

Toto Wolff shared insight into Mercedes F1 Team driver development philosophy. He focused on how the team manages both George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. The Mercedes Team Principal highlighted accountability, consistency, and expectation management as key pillars. Mercedes continue to balance experience with emerging talent. Wolff’s comments offered a clear view of how the team…

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Kimi Antonelli confident as Mercedes duo with George Russell push for wins and titles in the 2026 F1 season.
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Antonelli: Working well with Russell “important” as Mercedes go for both titles in 2026 F1 season

Kimi Antonelli has underlined his growing confidence within the Mercedes Formula 1 Team, as the young driver continues to establish himself as a genuine contender alongside George Russell in the 2026 F1 season. After a strong start to the campaign, Antonelli has begun to shift from a learning role to that of an equal competitor…

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Kimi Antonelli during the 2026 F1 Japanese GP.
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“It’s been a very strong start” — Antonelli on his impressive 2026 F1 season so far

The 2026 F1 season is proving to be a remarkable campaign for Mercedes F1’s Kimi Antonelli, who has already achieved a podium finish, two wins, and two pole positions. Heading into the month-long break, the 19 year-old stormed to victory in Suzuka, extending his championship lead to 9 points over his teammate George Russell ahead…

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George Russell during the 2026 F1 Japanese GP.
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Russell: 2026 F1 regulation talks have brought “closest relationship” with FIA in years

Discussions surrounding the 2026 F1 regulations and potential changes continue, as George Russell weighs in on the issue following Ollie Bearman’s high-speed crash at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP. Since the Haas driver’s crash, the incident has brought attention to concerns over the dangerous closing speeds under the current set of regulations. Other drivers like…

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